Duties of a Police Officer

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Duties of a Police Officer Protects life and property through the enforcement of laws & regulations; patrols assigned areas Responds to calls for police service Conducts preliminary & follow-up criminal and traffic investigations Conducts interviews Prepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities Arrest and processes criminals Testifies in court Emergency duties required during adverse weather conditions Ability to exercise judgment in determining when to use force and to what degree Operate a law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions day or night Comprehending legal documents including citations, affidavits and warrants but not limited to. Commanding emergency personnel at accident emergencies and disasters Takes an active role in Community Oriented Policing on campus Duties and Tasks for: "Security Officer Patrol industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates. Answer alarms and investigate disturbances. Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons. Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property. In my opinion believe that private organization should hire private security officers rather than off duty police officers because, off duty police often work extra duties after they have completed their work shift for the City, County or State. This means they are likely going to be tired and perhaps not very
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